blandishments

/ ˈblændɪʃmənts /

plural noun

1. rarely singular flattery intended to coax or cajole

Example Sentences

“When someone dies, out come the usual blandishments … as if their death is there to be used,” Morrissey wrote Friday.

From Los Angeles Times

He has plenty of blandishments, among them “I’ll be your doctor, let me operate.”

From New York Times

As usual, Mr. Macron, a centrist, offered blandishments to right and left.

From New York Times

In short, it seems Mr. Macron has decided to tough out the crisis, perhaps offering some blandishments on improving vocational high schools and broader on-the-job training.

From New York Times

In effect, the fall from Paradise resulted because a weak Adam failed in his duty and allowed Eve’s blandishments to lead them both astray.

From Washington Post